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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12284 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym
  • Hot Tub

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bears Den Chalet | Hot Tub, Community Pool & More!

Welcome to Bears Den Chalet — A Summer & Fall Mountain Escape

Tucked into the scenic Bears Crossing community just ½ mile from Mount Snow, Bears Den Chalet is your home base for all things Vermont. Whether you're here to swim, hike, bike, or simply unwind under the stars, this 6-bedroom retreat offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and easy access to Southern Vermont’s best warm-weather and foliage-season activities.

New for 2025: Thoughtful Upgrades In Progress Now! Completion and photos by end of May 2025

Private outdoor hot tub off the back deck — perfect for cool nights

Brand new full bathroom on the main floor

Brand new half bath on the main floor (3.5 bathrooms total)

Refreshed lower-level bathroom

The Chalet Experience: Cozy Comfort Surrounded by Nature

With warm wood interiors and large windows that showcase the surrounding forest, the chalet was made for gathering. In fall, you’ll be completely surrounded by vibrant foliage — with trees turning brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold just outside your window.

Inside, enjoy:

Wood-burning fireplace and open-concept living space

Large dining area and fully equipped kitchen

Rec room with games and classic Nintendo Wii

Spacious deck with BBQ grill and mountain views

High-speed Wi-Fi, Roku TV, and a Level 2 EV charger

Summer & Fall Highlights

Whether you're visiting in peak summer or during Vermont’s legendary fall foliage season, there’s no shortage of things to do.

At Mount Snow (just ½ mile away):

Scenic chairlift rides with panoramic views

Lift-served downhill mountain biking

Hiking trails, disc golf, and seasonal festivals

Around the Area:

Hiking, trail running, and nature walks

Golfing at Mount Snow and Haystack courses

Boating, kayaking, and swimming at Harriman Reservoir and Lake Raponda

Farmers markets, breweries, and local shops in Wilmington and Dover

Leaf peeping from the deck, by car, or on foot

Bears Crossing Amenities (included with your stay):

Heated outdoor pool (summer only)

Tennis and pickleball courts

Clubhouse with fitness center and game room

Community fire pit — great for evenings under the stars

Staying Comfortable

Mountain air keeps things cool most nights. For warmer days:

Large window AC unit in the main living area

Fans in every bedroom

Naturally cool basement bedrooms
(Upstairs rooms may run warmer on hot days; doors can be left open to promote airflow.)

Layout Overview (3,050 sq. ft. | Sleeps 12)

Main Floor:

Living/dining/kitchen with vaulted ceilings

2 bedrooms (1 king, 1 queen), 1 full bath + 1 half bath

Deck with BBQ grill

Upper Level:

2 queen bedrooms + shared full bathroom

Lower Level:

2 bedrooms (1 queen, 1 full), full bath

Large rec room with games

Guest Guidelines

Pet-free home (per HOA rules)

Primary renter must be 25+ and sign a rental agreement with ID and security deposit

No parties; outdoor cameras monitor guest count and parking

Looking to Stay With Us in Winter?

Bears Den Chalet is just ½ mile from Mount Snow and only 300 feet from the Bears Crossing ski-home trail — ski or snowboard directly back to the neighborhood! The free Moover Shuttle stops at the driveway every 30 minutes on weekends during ski season. With a heated mudroom and a fireplace waiting, it’s a cozy and convenient spot for snow lovers too.

Whether you're hiking through colorful foliage, soaking in the hot tub after a bike ride, or catching the sunset from the chairlift, Bears Den Chalet is the perfect place to relax and reconnect with nature. Book your Vermont adventure today!

Property manager

Will Galway

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Griddle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Waffle maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video game console
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 3,056 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Map
West Dover, VT

What's nearby

  • Nitro Express Ski Lift - 6 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Mount Snow - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Grand Summit Express Ski Lift - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mount Snow Golf Course - 10 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Stratton Mountain Resort - 42 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

  • Brattleboro Station - 48 min drive
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snow Republic Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • The Bullwheel
  • ‪Creemee Stand - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Valley View Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Village Roost - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bears Den Chalet | Hot Tub, Community Pool & More! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bears Den Chalet | Hot Tub, Community Pool & More!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bears Den Chalet | Hot Tub, Community Pool & More!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bears Den Chalet | Hot Tub, Community Pool & More! located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out vacation home in West Dover is within a 15-minute walk of Green Mountain National Forest and North Branch Deerfield River and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and sledding. Heavy Metal Ski Lift and Nitro Express Ski Lift are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Bears Den Chalet | Hot Tub, Community Pool & More! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Perfect for family with little ones

The house is located conveniently close to everything you need to enjoy the mountain and surrounding amenities. Perfectly laid out home to enjoy apres ski with family and friends.

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cozy ski house for families

We loved our stay here! The place was perfect for 3 families. Cozy living room upstairs and kids setup downstairs. Lots of bedrooms - all comfortable and clean. Best part was the shuttle to Mt Snow and especially the ski trail home, made it so easy with a group of teens. Dry well stocked kitchen and excellent communication with host. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski Trip

The house was very clean and well kept and we loved the location. The host was great also! Very attentive and helpful. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carey E.

Perfect Ski House!

The house was a perfect fit for our group of 11. The location is excellent. We used the Moover to get to the mountain. Easy location for quick trips to the market. The house itself has been maintained and has lots of personal touches. We had all of the dishes, cookware, dish soap, etc to make meals. We appreciated the wireless chargers in bedrooms, nice hand soaps, plenty of bath towels and tissues. The host provided prompt communication and an informative guide to the house. Would definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Father/Son Ski Trip

Bears Den Chalet was the perfect place for our stay. The house has an excellent layout, with very comfortable common space and full kitchen, as well as many nice bedrooms for group living. Everything was in great order, from the ski room when you first enter to the multi-level living space and bedoroms/loft. And quick straight shot to Mt. Snow. Great choice!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Childhood Friends Ski Getaway

From the initial booking process to the day of checkout, everything experienced at this home was 5 star! The house was everything we could have asked for and more, was able to sleep 12 adults comfortably with great living spaces, kitchen and basement, and allowed us to feel at home! We all debated buying the home from the hosts multiple times throughout the trip due to how homey and lovely the house was lol! Definitely saving the location and booking again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual ski trip with friends

We had such a fun weekend! The house was so cozy and easily accommodated the 12 of us (6 couples). The home owners provided great communication, answered any questions and shared helpful information throughout the weekend. We enjoyed being able to cook, we brought food for most meals. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The shuttle to the mountain was an added bonus and the ski home trail from the mountain was a hit! Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meherin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorable Fall Trip

I found this rental very last minute, looking for a comfortable place that would house 10 of us. Thinking our options were limited, we were incredibly lucky to find this place. Not only was Will perfectly communicative, every part of booking/check-in was easy. Even though there were issues with the main floor heater, Will helped us navigate that. The immaculate vibes of the house in the midst of peak fall was amazing, and we almost extended our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica M., Norwalk, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect ski house getaway

We were 2 families that rented this house and loved everything about it. There is plenty of space for the kids and adults to spread out with the most comfortable beds we have ever had in a rental house. The living room upstairs has a large sectional couch that we could all fit on for watching movies and the snow fall through the beautiful floor to ceiling windows. The downstairs living room had a lot of space for the kids to play games and watch movies. The access to the Moover shuttle was perfect and the house was well stocked with everything we could need. It was a very clean house and the hosts were so helpful and responsive. We would absolutely rent this house again for our next ski trip to Mount Snow.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mount Snows best value

This was my first time using VRBO The host was very communicative and put any fears at ease. We had 2.5 couples and 5 kids. We still had room. We didn’t even use the basement bedroom(s) A great 3 day 2 night get away. The house has anything you need for cooking, cleaning, bathing…. Also tons of games, puzzles and more The house has a great vibe as a ski chalet The shuttle to the mountain is at the end of the driveway and very convenient for this with children A perfect place, host and location for a good value. We will definitely be back! Thank you Will for hosting us The host
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Perfect Mt. Snow house for a medium/large size group

We are repeat guests at the Bears Den Chalet. The house comfortably slept our group of 12 adults, with each couple getting their own room. There's plenty of space to spread out with two living rooms on the first and lower floor. For the skiers/boarders in our group, the Moover shuttle conveniently picks-up at the bottom of the driveway and drops-off at Mt. Snow base lodge. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking equipment and there's a natural gas grill on the back deck. For those not looking to cook, there are plenty of great restaurants between Mt. Snow and Wilmington, only 10min down the road. The owner, Will, is super responsive and provides a house guide app that is extremely helpful and well thought out. Looking forward to booking again for next season!

10/10 Excellent

Katy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski Trip for Grooms to Be

We stayed at bears den for a ski weekend to celebrate our grooms to be. The house was awesome. Perfect and comfortable for 12 guests. There was plenty of room to spread out and not disturb guests who went to bed a little earlier than the rest. The shuttle to mt snow picks you up right at the bottom of the driveway and ropa you off just the same. It was incredible. Will was super responsive and attentive. The hosts helped me with restaurant recommendations and also helped connect me with a private chef (nomad chefs) that came to the house one night. Cannot recommend this place enough. Perfect for cozy winter storm and plenty of games to occupy. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024